Course Summary

The philosophy of the degree is that, through the knowledge and skills they gain, students will be able to act as global citizens, making informed choices for positive change and thus contributing to sustainability. The programme is built upon a multi-disciplinary approach to sustainable development with an underlying ethos that environmental, political, social and cultural aspects of sustainability and global citizenship are interwoven and interdependent. By studying these aspects and the inter-related nature of them, students will gain a holistic understanding of sustainability and what contributions ‘global citizens’ can make to sustainable practices. Each of these themes is developed in breadth – via the variety of contexts of the programme modules – and in depth, exploring and engaging with the concepts and themes in more detail through the three years. The second, and complementary, ethos of the degree is to provide graduates with the skills needed to be valuable employees in the sustainable-development sector and as potential post-graduate students in the scientific community. In this respect, the teaching methods, indicative content and assessment methods are deliberately chosen for students to develop and practice their verbal and written communication skills in ways which will enhance their professional skill set. The breadth of topics covered in the degree gives students an introduction to the diversity of careers and sectors which they can work within as graduates. Using case-studies, undertaking visits and introducing students to guest speakers and professionals will enable them to develop both personal and scientific opinion as to the key needs for sustainability; additionally, they will be able to make decisions as to which of the many career paths available they will want to pursue. Throughout the design and delivery of the modules, all aspects and materials will be consistently viewed through the three critical lenses of theory, application and professional development, to promote the ongoing personal development and commitment required to complete the programme.

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 • What is Sustainability? • Protectors of the Planet • Topical Issues • Introduction to Research Methods • Work-Based Learning & Placement Year 2 • Humans and the Sea • Humans and the Land • The Business of Sustainability • Humans and Health • Field-based practice Year 3 • Final Major Project (Dissertation) • Life on Planet Earth • Technology and Sustainability • Future Solutions

Course Details – Assessment Method

Across the programme students are assessed using a variety of methods including; Essays, Research Projects, Presentations, Case Studies and Research Reports. Please note that full assessment information can be found in the module descriptors. Percentage of the course assessed by coursework Year 1 100% coursework (please refer to the module descriptors for assessment methods) Year 2 100% coursework (please refer to the module descriptors for assessment methods) Year 3 100% coursework (please refer to the module descriptors for assessment methods)

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: LF81

Institution code: S43

Campus Name: University Centre Southend

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

15 credits at Merit or above.


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

IELTS 7.0 - minimum 6.5 across all components.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

International 17930.0 Year 1
England 8500.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 8500.0 Year 1
Scotland 8500.0 Year 1
Wales 8500.0 Year 1
EU 17930.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Luker Road
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Southend
SS1 1ND

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